Pay2Flix
EasyA x Stacks Harvard Hackathon | November 9-10, 2024
Pay2Flix is a decentralized streaming platform built on the Stacks blockchain that enables pay-per-view content monetization using Bitcoin. The platform allows content creators to monetize their videos through microtransactions, giving viewers the flexibility to pay only for the content they watch.
The Problem
Traditional streaming platforms have significant limitations that affect both viewers and creators:
- Subscription Waste - Users pay monthly fees for content they may not fully utilize
- Creator Monetization - Content creators face challenges with fair revenue sharing and direct audience engagement
- Centralized Control - Platforms control pricing, content availability, and revenue distribution
- Payment Friction - High transaction fees make micropayments impractical
Our Solution
Pay-Per-View Model
Users only pay for the content they actually watch, eliminating wasteful subscription fees and giving viewers complete control over their spending.
Bitcoin Microtransactions
Leveraging the Stacks blockchain to enable secure, low-cost Bitcoin payments for streaming content with minimal transaction fees.
Creator Empowerment
Content creators receive direct payments without intermediaries taking large cuts of their earnings, enabling fair monetization.
No Code Approach
Built using no-code tools to demonstrate rapid prototyping and accessibility in blockchain development.
Key Features
- 1.Decentralized Content Hosting - Content stored and streamed without central authority
- 2.Bitcoin-based Micropayments - Seamless payments via Stacks blockchain
- 3.User-friendly Interface - Intuitive experience for both viewers and creators
- 4.Transparent Revenue Sharing - Clear and fair distribution of earnings
- 5.Smart Contract Access Control - Automated content access based on payment verification
Technology Stack
Hackathon Highlights
Impact
- Fair Monetization - Empowers creators with direct, transparent revenue streams
- Consumer Choice - Gives viewers control over what they pay for
- Web3 Adoption - Demonstrates practical blockchain use cases for everyday applications